Get ready to be the life of the monster mash with these iconic Halloween duo costumes that are sure to turn heads and win you that costume contest!
As the leaves start to turn and the air gets that familiar crisp chill, you know it’s time to start thinking about what dynamic duo you and your other half will transform into this Halloween.
Whether you’re gunning to be the showstoppers at the local costume contest or just want to make your friends chuckle at your cleverness, picking out a couples Halloween costume is a fun tradition that can showcase your personality as a pair.
With so many ideas out there, it’s all about finding that sweet spot between creativity, comfort, and sheer hilarity.
Will you go the classic route with a nod to iconic movie pairs, or maybe aim to capture the zeitgeist with a costume that’s straight out of this year’s pop culture moments?
Or perhaps you’re leaning into the humor spectrum with an outfit idea that’s guaranteed to elicit a good laugh – because who doesn’t love a couple that can poke fun at themselves?
Whether you’re DIY enthusiasts ready to whip out the hot glue guns, or you’re browsing for that last-minute purchase that won’t break the bank, your perfect match in costumes is out there.
HALLOWEEN COSTUME IDEAS FOR COUPLES:
Jack and Rose From Titanic
Glam up as the tragic lovers, Jack and Rose, from the timeless Titanic.
Ladies, pull off Rose’s elegant look with a vintage dress and a life-jacket accessory for a dash of dark humor.
Gents, grab a suit and sketchbook, and you’re ready to “never let go!”
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Aladdin and Princess Jasmine
Fly into the party on a magic carpet as Aladdin and Princess Jasmine.
You can recreate Aladdin’s street-smart style with a purple vest and fez, and for Princess Jasmine, an aqua two-piece costume with some gold accessories will have you shining like a hidden gem in Agrabah.
Ellie and Dr. Grant From Jurassic Park
Whether you’re dodging dinosaurs or spilling drinks, Ellie and Dr. Grant from Jurassic Park make for a comfortably cool get-up.
A blue button-up, khaki shorts, and a red bandana will give you Dr. Grant’s rugged look, while women can sport a pink shirt and shorts for Ellie’s fieldwork-chic.
Austin Powers and Vanessa Kensington
Yeah, baby! Spy a smashing success at the bash as Austin Powers and Vanessa Kensington.
Gentlemen, don that velvet suit and throw on some fake teeth.
Ladies, a 60s-style blue suit will have you looking like the ultimate femme fatale.
Baby and Johnny From Dirty Dancing
Have the time of your life and channel Baby and Johnny from Dirty Dancing.
A simple white dress with a denim jacket for Baby, and a black tank top with tight black pants for Johnny, will have you carrying watermelons and dancing all night long.
Barbie and Ken
Dress up as Barbie and Ken, the timeless toy duo.
Guys, get your Ken on with a clean-cut look and an outfit in bright “beach-ready” colors.
Gals, pull out all the stops with a glamorous Barbie dress and those iconic plastic-perfect locks.
Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler From Yellowstone
Channel the gritty romance of the Dutton ranch with Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler costumes.
Your Beth outfit should scream tough yet chic, with bold prints and country flair.
As Rip, keep it rugged with jeans, a western shirt, and that signature cowboy hat.
Mario and Princess Peach
Gamers, this one’s for you! As Mario and Princess Peach, you’ll be jumping on mushrooms and saving kingdoms in no time.
Don a red cap and overalls for Mario, and find your best pink gown and golden crown for the ultimate Princess Peach costume.
Thing 1 and Thing 2
Feel like stirring up some mischief?
Suit up as Thing 1 and Thing 2 from Dr. Seuss’s imagination.
These are fantastic last-minute costumes with their simple red jumpsuits and zany blue hair.
Don’t forget to label yourselves!
Fred and Wilma Flintstone
Go prehistoric with Fred and Wilma Flintstone, Bedrock’s beloved couple.
Ladies, an asymmetric white dress with that iconic orange hair will get you Wilma’s look.
Gents, step into Fred’s tunic—neatly adorned with a tie, of course—and prepare to shout “Yabba-dabba-doo!”
Cinderella and Prince Charming
You’ve got to admit that glass slippers are a bold fashion statement, even for Halloween.
As Cinderella, your pumpkin chariot awaits to whisk you away to the ball, or you know, that killer party down the street.
Guys, gear up as Prince Charming and spend your evening looking for the perfect fit.
Hint: it’s not the shoe; it’s the person wearing a matching costume!
- Costume Components for Cinderella:
- Ball gown (bonus points for a blue theme)
- Choker necklace
- Glass slippers (or sparkly heels)
- Costume Components for Prince Charming:
- Royal jacket and sash
- Medal of honor
- Crisp, regal pants
Tinkerbell and Peter Pan
Hey there, it’s your chance to embody the mischievous and whimsical spirit of Neverland.
Ladies, slip into that green mini-dress and grab your wand as Tinkerbell.
Gents, it’s tights and tunics all the way as Peter Pan.
Just remember, you’ll have to leave the flying to the professionals—those pixie dust warnings are no joke!
- Costume Components for Tinkerbell:
- Green fairy dress
- Wings (sparkles are a necessity)
- Wand (to sprinkle that laugh-powered pixie dust)
- Costume Components for Peter Pan:
- Green tunic with a jagged hem
- Brown belt
- Green cap with a red feather
Alice and the Mad Hatter
Venture down the rabbit hole in your blue dress as Alice, but don’t be late for a very important date—that Halloween party I was just talking about.
Your partner? They’re going totally mad as the Mad Hatter.
Trust me, eccentric hats and mismatched socks have never looked cooler.
- Costume Components for Alice:
- Blue dress with a white apron
- Black hair ribbon
- Pocket watch accessory (because time is running out!)
- Costume Components for Mad Hatter:
- Top hat with a 10/6 card
- Vibrant bow tie
- Hodgepodge suit with colorful patchwork
Harley Quinn and The Joker
Unleash your inner rascals as the queen and king of Gotham’s underworld.
Ladies, dazzle in red and black as Harley Quinn, complete with a pair of mischievous pigtail wigs and a trusty bat.
And gents, it’s your turn to embrace the madness—smear on that white face paint, etch in a red grin, and don that emerald-green Joker hair.
This troublemaking duo is sure to be a hit, causing a stir with every smile and cackle.
- Harley Quinn:
- Wig: Pigtails, black and red
- Outfit: Red and black harlequin costume
- Accessories: Baseball bat
- The Joker:
- Makeup: White face paint with a red smile
- Hair: Green wig or hair dye
- Outfit: Purple suit with a green waistcoat
Remember, it’s all in the attitude, so practice your best maniacal laugh!
Mr. and Mrs. Incredible
For those who want to flex their “family goals” this Halloween, suit up as the power couple Mr. and Mrs. Incredible.
This pair screams family values with a kickbutt twist.
The full body jumpsuits flaunt those muscles (real or imagined, we don’t judge) and the iconic “I” emblem.
And to top it off, pair the costume with some eye masks to keep your superhero identity kinda-sorta secret. It’s a perfect match for a couple ready to dash into action and save the world… or at least the punch bowl.
- Mr. Incredible:
- Outfit: Red full body jumpsuit with black shorts, gloves, and boots
- Emblem: A bold “I” on the chest
- Mrs. Incredible:
- Outfit: Red full body jumpsuit with an orange belt
- Mask: Half mask to conceal identity
- Extra: Embrace your “Elastigirl” stretchiness
Cowboy and Cowgirl
Costume Pieces for Cowboy:
- Cowboy hat: The quintessential symbol of the West.
- Flannel shirt or Western-style shirt: Bonus points for pearl snaps!
- Denim jeans: As sturdy as your Halloween spirit.
- Boots: You wouldn’t be a cowboy without ’em.
- Optional accessories: Consider a bandana, fringed chaps, or a bolo tie.
Costume Pieces for Cowgirl:
- Cowgirl hat: It’s not just about style, it’s an attitude.
- Western shirt or fringed vest: Pick a pattern that pops.
- Denim or skirt with chaps: Get ready to kick up some dust.
- Cowgirl boots: Walk into the party with confidence.
- Accessories: A red bandana and some country bling to tie it all together.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
You’ll be the talk of the town as America’s sweetheart Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs’ star Travis Kelce.
Ladies, put on your sparkliest dress and pick up a guitar; bonus points for cat accessories.
Gents, grab a Chiefs jersey and your tightest football pants.
Be prepared to shake it off on the dance floor – touchdowns are optional but encouraged.
Bonnie and Clyde
Embrace your inner rebel with the classic Bonnie and Clyde costumes.
Suit up, with Bonnie sporting a beret and pencil skirt and Clyde donning a pinstripe suit.
Make sure your costume is as sharp as your getaway plan; toy guns can complete the look, just remember to keep it fun and in the spirit of Halloween!
Game of Thrones Characters
Transport yourselves to Westeros with Game of Thrones-inspired ensembles.
The choices are vast, but a few standout couples include the Dragon Queen with her Khal, or a pair of squabbling Lannister siblings.
To really nail the look, you’ll need capes, faux fur, and maybe even a dragon egg or two.
Just don’t forget that in the game of couples’ costumes, you win or you, well, get a lot of likes on Instagram.
Soap and Loofah
Your bath time buddies can now accompany you to the party scene!
To embody a loofah, grab some tulle fabric and bunch it up to create the puffy texture, then attach it to a dress or shirt.
Don’t forget a string to hang your loofah! For the soap, a cardboard cutout wrapped in a shimmery blue fabric works wonders.
You could even write the word “SOAP” in bold bubble letters to make it pop.
- Loofah Materials:
- Tulle fabric
- Elastic bands
- String for hanging
- Soap Materials:
- Cardboard
- Blue fabric or shiny paper
- Marker or paint for lettering
Cowboy and Alien
Howdy, partner! Get ready for a close encounter of the cowboy kind.
Throw on a cowboy hat, a flannel shirt, and some denim for the Wild West half of this dynamic duo.
For the alien, think metallics and go wild with glitter, green face paint, or even a custom-made UFO hat.
- Cowboy Essentials:
- Cowboy hat
- Flannel shirt
- Denim jeans or skirt
- Alien Ideas:
- Glittery makeup
- Green clothing
- UFO hat or headband
Butter and Toast
You’re the perfect match: one smooth, the other crispy.
The toast can be a large rectangle of cardboard, painted to look like a golden slice of breakfast heaven.
As for the butter, snag a yellow outfit and maybe even a little square hat for that unmistakable pat-of-butter look.
- Toast Components:
- Cardboard
- Brown and yellow paint
- Straps to wear the toast
- Butter Assemble:
- Yellow outfit
- Yellow hat or headpiece
- Optional: foil for that fresh-out-of-the-fridge sheen
Vampires and Bats
Think Dracula and his winged sidekick: you can’t get more traditional than that.
Vampires are the epitome of scary Halloween costumes.
Your vampire look should definitely include a cape, a touch of gothic makeup, and optionally, those plastic fangs that always go missing at the worst times.
Partner up with your bat, sporting a black outfit and some DIY wings, and you’re ready to take on the night.
- Vampire Essentials:
- Gothic cape
- Pale makeup and fake blood
- Plastic fangs
- Bat Basics:
- Black attire
- DIY wings
- Optional: Cute, pointy ears
Mummy and Archaeologist
Mummies are classic, but pair it with an archaeologist for a witty twist.
Wrap yourself up in bandages or white clothing for that just-out-of-the-tomb chic; just make sure you can still walk safely.
Your partner’s archaeologist outfit might include a safari vest, a floppy hat, and a pretend ancient artifact.
Remember, precision wrapping is key— unless you want to leave a trail of your costume!
- Mummy Must-haves:
- Bandages or white strips of cloth
- A passion for slow-moving
- Archaeologist Gear:
- Safari attire
- Fake magnifying glass or dust brush
- A sense of adventure (or a sense of humor)
Ghostly Spirits
Your ghost outfit can be as simple as a sheet with two eyeholes, but feel free to get more elaborate with spooky makeup and chains.
Think less “boohoo” and more “boo!”
For your partner, a matching ghostly get-up or perhaps an appearance as the hapless victim of your ghostly haunting might give everyone a giggle.
Accessorize with lightweight chains or go for the Victorian ghost look with some antique lace.
Just try not to get mistaken for the tablecloth.
- Ghost Costume Ideas:
- Classic white sheet
- Spectral makeup
- Lightweight chains or Victorian lace
- Victim or Ghost Partner Accessories:
- Ripped clothes
- A look of perpetual terror
Taco and Belle
For a deliciously witty play on words, you and your partner can spice up the night as Taco and Belle.
You, rock a taco costume, piled high with felt lettuce and cheese, while your partner dons a yellow dress and gloves to become the beloved Disney princess.
It’s a combo that’s both mouth-watering and fairy tale-worthy.
A Tree and an Ax
Branch out from the usual couples outfits and go for natural hilarity.
One of you dresses up as a tree, complete with brown clothing and greenery, while the other sharpens the humor as an ax.
Hold a faux lumberjack tool or wear a cardboard ax headband to complete the look – just stand still when someone shouts “Timber!”
